Category: UK Politics
George Galloway Detained at Gatwick Under Terrorism Legislation
Former MP and Workers Party leader George Gallowy and his wife were stopped by counter‑terrorism police at Gatwick Airport on 27 September 2025. They were held under Schedule 3 of the Counter‑Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 and released hours later without charge. The party called the move politically‑motivated intimidation, while officials said no arrest was made. The incident follows a series of controversial overseas trips and statements by Galloway that have drawn intense scrutiny.
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28 Sep 2025
Angela Rayner resigns as Deputy PM over stamp duty underpayment
Angela Rayner quit as Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary after admitting she underpaid stamp duty by about £40,000 on an £800,000 flat in Hove. She had treated it as her main residence while keeping her constituency home listed for council tax. She referred herself to the ethics adviser, then resigned two days later. David Lammy has been named Deputy PM. HMRC penalties are likely.
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7 Sep 2025
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